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Microsoft will offer buyouts to about 60,000 workers. That is roughly a quarter of its total staff. The move aims to trim costs. It also aims to retool the workforce for the AI era. Eligible staff are at vice president level and below. They must be in the US, Canada, India or the UK. A Microsoft spokesperson confirmed the details.

  • 60,000 workers eligible
  • 25% of total staff

What you need to act on it

  • vice president level and below
  • in US, Canada, India, or UK

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